Monday, May 25, 2009

What do you think?

AJ has two boy cousins and two girl cousins… he was the “tie breaker” on the Jasper side of the family. Benjamin is his cousin who is just a few months older than him and we’re pretty sure that all the kids will love playing together, but he and Benjamin will be good buds. First of all, they already have a lot in common. They were/are chubby babies. Benjamin was born 9lbs, 9oz. making our “little” 9 lb, 1oz guy look small. We sent this onesie to Benjamin when he was born in October – it’s a size Newborn so we knew he wouldn’t get much “wear” out of it – well along came Asher so Benjamin and Jasper sent us all their hand-me-downs and the onesie came back. :) Here is a picture of both boys at two weeks wearing the onesie. So, what do you think? Do good looks run in the family? :)

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Asher 14 days old

Benjamin

Benjamin 13 days old

Two weeks old!

It’s hard to believe that Asher is two weeks old today! He continues to be the sweetest and best baby in the world! The past few nights he has been sleeping all the way until 6 am!! Getting a full night of sleep has been awesome. Our fingers are crossed that he will keep this up. :)

Here are some pictures of our two-week old little man…

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Sunday, May 24, 2009

Wednesday, May 20, 2009

A is for Adorable.

I know we’re partial, but we think is AJ is just the cutest! Everyday he seems to be more alert and expressive. Today mom and I took him for his first official errand run. We went to Target and Menards… so exciting! :)

Here are a few sleepy pictures of our little cutie!

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Monday, May 18, 2009

One week old!

This past week is a complete blur! It’s hard to believe that a week ago today we were just meeting our little boy! Asher is a sweet and laid back (for the most part) baby! He eats every 3-4 hours right now, but I fully expect our little “week 1 routine” to change any minute he’s no longer content with it. :) We had our first “sick” visit to the pediatrician when we weren’t sure if Asher was developing jaundice, but she said everything looked just great! He had lost some weight, but with how well he is eating he is putting it all back on! :) We go for our first “well” check up on Tuesday so we’ll see how much weight he’s gained back. He has a cousin in Texas he needs to keep up with!!

We love having Nana Jasper here to make us great food, clean up after us, cuddle with Asher, and offer moral support as we try to figure out parenting. We’re so thankful she is able to stay this week too, and Asher is excited that Papa is coming back to see him on Wednesday!

Today, Monday, is the first day that Chris went back to work. It was GREAT having him with us all week. I know Asher will miss hearing his Daddy’s voice and being snuggled by his Dad today, but I’m also worried that Chris will REALLY miss his little guy. We’ll see how fast he comes home from work this week!

Here are pictures from the day we left the hospital and throughout our first week at home…

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Asher loves his Nana and Papa

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A very proud Daddy!

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We’re home!

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Asher’s buddy, Daisy, checking in one him in the swing.

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Asher has become so alert!

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Asher’s first manicure. :) 20090517-IMG_1406

Asher helping Daddy finish his lesson plans. Hooray that Dad will be home in two weeks for SUMMER vacation!!

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We’re pretty crazy about this sweet little boy!

Saturday, May 16, 2009

Thursday, May 14, 2009

Asher Joseph Atkinson

He’s here!! Asher Joseph Atkinson arrived on Monday, May 11th 2009. Asher weighed in at 9 lbs 1 oz, and was 22 inches long. Asher made a quick entry into the world on Monday arriving at 1:30 in the afternoon after I was induced at 6:00 that morning. Asher means “Happy and Blessed” and that is already what he has made us! :) Joseph is Asher’s Grandpa Jasper’s first name. We are thrilled that Asher is finally here and look forward to sharing him with all of you!

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A happy family!

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A proud daddy!

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Meeting Nana and Papa Jasper…

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Heading up to recovery…

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Grandma and Grandpa Atkinson and Aunt Liz and Uncle Joel came to meet Asher at the hospital.

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1 day old…

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